Civic Issues
Topics getting the most attention in Yorba Linda public meetings, ranked by how frequently they are discussed.
5 issues in water utilities
Street Lighting and Landscape Maintenance Assessment District (LMAD) Assessments
Residents expressed frustration over increased LMAD tax assessments on the east side of the city, while officials noted that landscape maintenance is essential for fire mitigation and fuel reduction.
Library Facility Maintenance and Digital Services Outage
The library experienced electrical breaker issues and power outages, requiring temporary weekend shutdowns of digital servers to protect equipment while permanent repairs are scheduled.
Rose Drive Water Main Break and Infrastructure Repairs
Yorba Linda Water District reported on a major 8-inch water main break on Rose Drive that caused localized flooding to 10 homes. Crews repaired the line within eight hours, and upcoming infrastructure upgrades on Kellogg Drive were announced.
CDBG Federal Compliance for Senior Nutrition
The city implemented federal CDBG requirements mandating proof of citizenship and residency verification for seniors participating in the nutrition program, though staff reported the transition has gone smoothly without meal disruptions.
Stormwater Runoff and Drainage Mitigation
Residents near Ohio Street pointed out severe flooding and runoff issues flowing down from Yorba Linda Boulevard. City staff noted that engineering requirements and water quality reports are mandatory for new construction to prevent worsening drainage.